English for Cross-Cultural Training

Course Overview

English for Cross-Cultural Training

In this course, learners will gain cultural awareness and broaden their understanding of global cultural differences. The intercultural skills developed in this course will help to navigate verbal and non-verbal communication, manage a diverse team, engage in intercultural business and more.

Understand the different stages of cultural awareness and adjustment that are common when living abroad. Also learn about strategies for adapting to new cultures and hear stories of how people have navigated cultural differences when living abroad.

Learn about the importance of non-verbal communication differences in intercultural communication. Also understand different types of non-verbal communication and discover how to avoid non-verbal miscommunications.

Learn about specific cultural differences from around the world. Take a closer look at cultural differences within Africa, and hear about intercultural experiences between the UK, Australia, China and more.

Learn about global differences in English spelling, vocabulary and pronunciation by listening to native speakers from the UK, USA, Australia, South Africa and Ireland talk about what makes their English unique.

Take a look at some strategies to enhance your intercultural communication. Learn about how some companies have struggled to achieve clear communication across cultures, but have learned from their past experiences.